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15 Snorkelling Trips in the USA Worth Booking

35 tours  ·  from $34

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 snorkelling trips justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

Oahu: Grand Tour Around Island 16 Locations plus Snorkeling - Waimanalo and Mokoliʻi, with quick photo stops
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Oahu: Grand Tour Around Island 16 Locations plus Snorkeling

1.Grand Tour Around Island 16 Locations plus Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,669 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $109Our pick

Cover Oahu in one long day, from Diamond Head and Halona Blowhole to Waimea Bay, Haleiwa, Dole Plantation, and North Shore snorkeling. Nui Tours provides hotel pickup, snacks, and gear. Guides such as Aka, Dylan, Kat, and Jay bring Hawaiian culture and humor to the ride, though stops and routes can change.

“This is a long, informative, entertaining tour. Kat is full of info and Victor was very kind, helping with my walker.”

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Oahu Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling— Small-Groups - Makapuʻu, Sandy Beach, and Waimanalo
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Oahu Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling— Small-Groups

2.Oahu Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling— Small-Groups

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,214 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $149

Spend a full day circling Oahu by air-conditioned minibus with a local guide, stopping at Diamond Head, Halona Blowhole, Kualoa Point, North Shore beaches, a macadamia farm, Dole Plantation, and Turtle Beach. Snorkeling gear and Waikiki pickup are included.

“Our tour was 9/13 with guide Nevin and driver John. Nevin was exceptional! We learned so much about the land, culture and history of each stop and more! The highlight was snorkeling with the sea turtles! Our lifeguard was perfect and me as a 1st-timer, I felt like a pro with his guidance! He was so laid back yet made sure we were safe 1st and they made certain we all got a chance to see the turtles. This was definitely the best part of our entire trip. I love that we had the smaller group too (it’s not a giant tour bus). Highly recommend this tour!”

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Maui Snorkeling Adventure to Molokini and Turtle Town - Cruising toward Molokini Crater
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Maui Snorkeling Adventure to Molokini and Turtle Town

3.Maui Snorkeling Adventure to Molokini and Turtle Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,221 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $159

Meet the Malolo crew at Maalaea Harbor before sunrise for a five-and-a-half-hour catamaran trip to Molokini Crater and a second stop at Turtle Town or Coral Gardens. You get breakfast, lunch, drinks, snorkel gear, floatation aids, restrooms, and onboard narration. Brandon and Nick may be among the friendly crew members helping in the water.

“Reefs good, food good options, drink opportunities on the way back, photog pushy but turtles were awesome.”

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Maui Snorkeling Adventure From Ma'alaea Harbor to Molokini - A morning departure from Ma’alaea Harbor
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Maui Snorkeling Adventure From Ma’alaea Harbor to Molokini

4.Maui Snorkeling Adventure From Ma’alaea Harbor to Molokini

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,997 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $185

Board the Calypso at Ma’alaea Harbor for a 5.5-hour morning cruise to Molokini Crater and Turtle Town. Snorkel with provided gear, watch through the glass-bottom room, enjoy breakfast and lunch, and use the slides or jumping platform. Lifeguards, showers, restrooms, and whale watching in season add comfort.

“Very organized group and enjoyable team on the voyage. Took the time to let everyone know what is going on.”

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Half-Day Trip from Key West with Kayaking, Snorkeling & Sunset - Snorkeling above a Florida Keys reef
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Half-Day Trip from Key West with Kayaking, Snorkeling & Sunset

5.Half-Day Trip from Key West with Kayaking, Snorkeling & Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,683 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $115

Sail from 255 Front Street with Danger Charters for a four-and-a-half-hour mix of harbor views, mangrove kayaking, and reef snorkeling. Guides such as Mary, Micah, Katie, and Anthony lead the outing, with gear, wetsuits in winter, snacks, beer, wine, and soft drinks included.

“Great three part activity. Loved the sailing, kayaking and snorkeling! Staff was great and attentive! Enjoy the sights and family had a great time!”

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Small Group 2 Hour Dolphin Cruise with Snorkeling to Shell Key - Reaching Shell Key Wildlife Preserve
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Small Group 2 Hour Dolphin Cruise with Snorkeling to Shell Key

6.Small Group 2 Hour Dolphin Cruise with Snorkeling to Shell Key

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,523 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Cruise Boca Ciega Bay with a captain such as Megan, Noel, or Dave, watching for dolphins, manatees, rays, and seabirds before stopping at Shell Key. Walk ashore to snorkel in shallow water, swim, and hunt for shells. The 25-foot pontoon carries no more than six people.

“Had a wonderful time! Our guide was great and informative and he really seems to enjoy what he does. We got to see dolphins and manatees.”

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Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour with In-Water Photographer - Checking in at 226 NE 5th Street
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Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour with In-Water Photographer

7.Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour with In-Water Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,336 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79

Meet at 226 NE 5th St in Crystal River for a three-hour manatee snorkel with Gulf Coast Expeditions. Guides such as Crystal, Celeste, Ron, and Mike provide gear, safety guidance, wildlife insight, and in-water photos. The six-person limit keeps the outing personal and flexible.

“I really enjoyed this experience with a small group of 3! Learned about the manatees from our guide Crystal and captain Ron. It’s a small operation but full of care and passion! Super grateful to get to meet some very social manatees in their natural habitat!”

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Glow of the Deep: Night Snorkeling with Manta Rays - The boat ride and sunset from the upper deck
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Glow of the Deep: Night Snorkeling with Manta Rays

8.Glow of the Deep: Night Snorkeling with Manta Rays

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,254 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $80

From Honokohau Harbor, you’ll cruise offshore for sunset, then spend about 45 minutes floating above a bright light board as manta rays feed below. Wetsuits, snorkel gear, flotation noodles, snacks, water, and guides are provided. You must know how to swim, but a ride-along option is available.

“If you are prone to sea sickness use something!! Most amazing experience. The dolphins and Manta Rays are incredible. Allie, Rory and Justice are great hosts”

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Hanauma Bay Snorkeling - The early Waikiki pickup sets the tone
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Hanauma Bay Snorkeling

9.Hanauma Bay Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,232 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $55Best value

Ride from Waikiki to Hanauma Bay with Kaimana Tours, enter with a prearranged shuttle, and snorkel among tropical fish and coral in shallow water. Drivers such as Philippe, Felipe, Luiz, and Marco provide local tips, gear help, and round-trip transport for a six-to-seven-hour outing.

“Overall the experience was smooth from pickup, equipments, and actually getting down the bay. We saw so many kinds of fishes it was awesome!”

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Maui: Molokini and Turtle Town Snorkeling aboard Pride of Maui - A five-hour morning, from harbor to lunch
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Maui: Molokini and Turtle Town Snorkeling aboard Pride of Maui

10.Molokini and Turtle Town Snorkeling aboard Pride of Maui

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,124 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $203

Join Pride of Maui’s large, stable catamaran for a five-hour morning trip to Molokini Crater and Turtle Town. You’ll get snorkel gear, breakfast, hot lunch, drinks, and an open bar after snorkeling. Crew members include veteran captains such as Pat, Jason, Matt, and Justin, with SNUBA available for an extra fee.

“Really great time. The boat was big and the ride was smooth. The staff were knowledgeable and awesome. Food and drinks were great and we saw whales, turtles, and tons of fish. Great trip.”

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Stingray City and Starfish Experience with Coral Reef Snorkeling - Three stops, three different kinds of water time
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Stingray City and Starfish Experience with Coral Reef Snorkeling

11.Stingray City and Starfish Experience with Coral Reef Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 924 reviews · from $65

Spend about 3.5 hours visiting Stingray City, Coral Gardens, and Starfish Point from George Town. Your crew supplies snorkel gear, life jackets, water, and soda, with pickup from the cruise terminal and selected hotels. Expect shallow water, family-friendly stops, and a maximum group size of 40.

“There was a really great experience Tour guides were awesome, very engaging and taking care of all of us amazingly”

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West Maui Snorkeling Experience by Boat from Ka'anapali - Honolua Bay and the Changing Second Stop
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West Maui Snorkeling Experience by Boat from Ka’anapali

12.West Maui Snorkeling Experience by Boat from Ka’anapali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 881 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $193

Leave Ka'anapali at 9 a.m. for two West Maui snorkel sites, including Honolua Bay. Shasta, Derek, Malakai, and other naturalist guides may join you in the water to point out turtles, rays, octopus, reef fish, dolphins, or seasonal whales. The five-hour trip includes gear, banana bread, lunch, drinks, and a shaded boat.

“Great day with Derek and Malakai. Excellent snorkeling, a slew of dolphins and turtles too. Our hosts were knowledgeable and friendly. Great day!”

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South Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkeling Tour with Meal - The ride through the channel is part of the outing
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South Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkeling Tour with Meal

13.South Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkeling Tour with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 838 reviews · 5h 30m · from $159

Spend 5.5 hours aboard a Malolo catamaran from Maalaea Harbor, snorkeling at Molokini and Maluaka Beach, known as Turtle Town. Captain Steve and crew offer safety help, breakfast, lunch, gear, and flotation devices. Conditions decide the exact stops, and whales or turtles are possible but not guaranteed.

“Great adventure. Safe, friendly, and serviceminded staff. Value for money. If you like to be on a boat, snorkel, see cool fishes and sea turtles, and like coffee, fruit, sandwhices, beer, soda etc. This is something for you. Peaceful for the mind.”

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Four Winds Molokini Snorkeling Tour from Maalaea Harbor - Entering Molokini Crater for about two hours
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Four Winds Molokini Snorkeling Tour from Maalaea Harbor

14.Four Winds Molokini Snorkeling Tour from Maalaea Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 821 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $202

You’ll cruise from Maalaea Harbor aboard the 55-foot Four Winds catamaran to Molokini Crater, with snorkel gear, instruction, breakfast, lunch, drinks, and a glass-bottom viewing area included. The crew, including Pete and Dane, helps beginners feel at ease, while winter trips may add whale watching.

“Wonderful trip. In March, we saw a ton of whales on the way out and the way in. Captain slowed to allow everyone a chance to view. Snorkeling was great and comfortable. We spent almost 2 hours in the water. The Four Winds III also has a glass bottom part of the catamaran that little kids can view the fish while moored. Breakfast and fish or pork tacos off the grills for lunch we’re great with hotdogs for the kids. Lots of triggerfish (humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa) which my 11 year old learned to say. Fantastic trip!”

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Maui: Molokini Crater and Turtle Town Snorkeling From Kihei - Molokini Crater: the clearest water of the morning
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Maui: Molokini Crater and Turtle Town Snorkeling From Kihei

15.Molokini Crater and Turtle Town Snorkeling From Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 765 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $179

Leave Kihei at 7 a.m. with Makena Coast Charters for a small-group boat trip to Molokini Crater and Turtle Town. Crew members such as Matt, Lucia, Alex, and Sarah fit your gear, explain ocean life, and help in the water. Expect turtles, clear water, fish, snacks, sandwiches, and whale sightings when conditions allow.

“Joey and Shelby were amazing guides that were super knowledgeable and knew exactly where to go to make sure we saw LOTS turtles. Both stops were great with just enough time to see everything and the refreshments on the boat were perfect. I would highly recommend this tour group (and specifically Joey and Shelby as your crew) to everyone looking for an amazing snorkeling tour!”

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★ 4.5Maui Snorkeling Boat Tour to Turtle Town Aboard QuicksilverFrom $99542 reviews
★ 5.0Snorkeling for Non-Swimmers with Photos Guided Tour Wailea BeachFrom $149415 reviews
★ 4.5Key West Ultimate Watersports Adventure with Snorkeling UpgradeFrom $142436 reviews
★ 4.5Shallow Water Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching in Key WestFrom $108465 reviews
★ 4.5Key West Reef Morning Snorkeling with Breakfast and MimosasFrom $35579 reviews
★ 5.0Biologist Owned & Operated: Dolphin Watching & Guided SnorkelingFrom $143497 reviews
★ 5.0Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling Tour – 4 hour Kona Zodiac AdventureFrom $130508 reviews
★ 4.6South Maui: Molokini Snorkeling AdventureFrom $185450 reviews
★ 4.4Reef Snorkeling with Drinks and Sunset OptionFrom $34419 reviews
★ 4.4Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Sunset CruiseFrom $79493 reviews
★ 4.6Turtle Canyon Snorkeling Boat TourFrom $85382 reviews
★ 4.8Turtle Canyon Snorkeling TourFrom $81351 reviews
★ 4.5Key West Afternoon Reef Snorkeling with Open BarFrom $59419 reviews

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